I need you not to do it. vs I need you to not do it.

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They have the same meaning and can be used interchangeably. The choice between them depends on personal preference or the specific context in which they are used.

Last updated: March 31, 2024 • 955 views

I need you not to do it.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express a request or requirement for someone to refrain from doing something.

Examples:

I need you not to interrupt me during the meeting.
I need you not to forget to lock the door when you leave.
I need you not to eat in the living room.

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Which is why I need you.
Insurance in case I need you.
Insurance in case I need you.
No, I need you there.
Forget the past. I need you.
Open the door. I need you.
Come with me. I need you.
Not like this. I need you.
Please, Sheldon. I need you.
Gobi, get better. I need you.
New case. I need you.
Watson, come here. I need you.
Don't leave. I need you.
Come on. I need you.
Listen. I need you to go back to the transport pod.
Anyway, I need you to deliver that message, and Carlos needs to hear it.
Duke and Jennifer are on it. I need you in the archives.
Inmate, there've been complaints about moldy rice. I need you to show me where you store it.
Coach. I need you to get it.
There is a trail. I need you to help us track it.

Alternatives:

I need you to refrain from doing it.
I need you to avoid doing it.

I need you to not do it.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is also used to express a request or requirement for someone to refrain from doing something.

Examples:

I need you to not talk loudly on the phone.
I need you to not forget to pick up the groceries.
I need you to not smoke in the house.

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Which is why I need you.
Insurance in case I need you.
Insurance in case I need you.
No, I need you there.
Forget the past. I need you.
Open the door. I need you.
Come with me. I need you.
Not like this. I need you.
Please, Sheldon. I need you.
Gobi, get better. I need you.
New case. I need you.
Watson, come here. I need you.
Don't leave. I need you.
Come on. I need you.
Listen. I need you to go back to the transport pod.
Anyway, I need you to deliver that message, and Carlos needs to hear it.
Duke and Jennifer are on it. I need you in the archives.
Inmate, there've been complaints about moldy rice. I need you to show me where you store it.
Coach. I need you to get it.
There is a trail. I need you to help us track it.

Alternatives:

I need you to refrain from doing it.
I need you to avoid doing it.

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I need you not to do it. vs I need you to not do it.